Luke in the basement with his own hands

If there is a basement in the building, then without a hatch or door, it will not work. In this case, we are talking about creating a hatch, with the help of which it will be possible to get into the basement. It is important to note that a high-quality hatch is an excellent mechanism that not only saves space in the dwelling, but also makes it possible to hide the presence of the basement itself. In some cases, these are very important aspects, from which many masters come.

It is also worth mentioning that the presence of a basement in a private house for many people is a mustcondition. Not only can there be things that are a pity to throw away, it is also an excellent place for storing potatoes, preserves and other food products. Throughout the year, the temperature inside the basement is approximately at the same level.

Features of creating a hatch for the basement

It is important to note that the hatch should not only look good, but also better fit into the space, and securely lock the entrance to the basement. Probably the most basic requirement for a hatch for a cellar should be a simple opening mechanism. By itself, the hatch can be of enormous size, but additional mechanisms must allow the passage to be unlocked even with a small effort.

Beginning the process of creating the

hatch In this process we will need the following materials and tools:

• metal corner;
• sheet steel( up to 5 mm thick);
• rubber;
• welding equipment;
• screwdriver;
• self-tapping screws;
• tape measure;
• Bulgarian;
• drill.

It is worthwhile to understand that the dimensions of the hatch must correspond exactly to the mine of the basement. Otherwise, many problems can start, and immediately after the discovery of difficulties, it will be necessary to begin the process of creating the hatch from the very beginning.

It should also be taken into account that the hatch should be of such a design that the passage can be easily hidden with a floor covering. Thus, the upper surface of the hatch should completely correspond to the level of the floor. At the same time, you can not allow the design to be unreliable, because during the day you can step on the hatch more than a dozen times.

Creating a hatch for the basement

In the beginning, we need to create a kind of skeleton for the hatch, which will fit perfectly into the overall design. In this case, use metal corners. Accordingly, it is necessary to apply welding equipment and create a square( or rectangular) workpiece for the main part of the hatch. Here we will have a small gap( a few millimeters) between the metal structure and the concrete aperture. It must be filled with seals. It is best to use high-density rubber. Use as much sealant as possible to keep the structure in the passageway securely.

The hatch covers are made not only from metal, but also from wood. It all depends on what material prevails in our home. If it is a wooden house, then the lid should be the same.

In our case, where we applied the corners, it is necessary to process the cover a little so that it fits well into the metal frame. If you look at the lid in the profile, then from the top it should be a bit wider than the bottom. It is necessary to calculate the dimensions( first and foremost the thickness of the metal corners) so that the hatch, in the end, tightly closes the passage.

In most cases, the hatch cover is put on the hinges. This will significantly save energy when opening the mechanism, and also make sure that the density of the hatch was at a high level.

External hinges can be purchased at any construction store. They must match the dimensions of the hatch. Some components of the loop are attached to the metal corners, and the second - directly to the cover. Self-tapping, as well as a drill with matching drills, should help in this case.

Very often for such mechanisms, gas stops are used. They have small dimensions, so that they are best for a hatch. With their help, opening the heavy cover is much easier. To install the stops, you need special holders that are attached to the lid and metal corners by welding.

Electric cellar sunroof

Many people prefer full automation. Fortunately, for today various mechanisms and adaptations do not cost as much as before. In our case, to create an electric drive for the hatch, you will need a piston rod, an electric motor, and a frame for securing the mechanism.

The creation of such a hatch begins with welding work, with which we will secure the piston. The frame will be a grid, which is perfect for secure attachment of hatch elements. The electric motor should have small dimensions and be located immediately below the piston. You should experiment with the arrangement of the piston mechanism, so that when the signal is applied, the lid will rise to the full height, which meets the requirements. Hatch loops must have the highest quality, so that during the next opening they do not fail and the design is not damaged.

Toggle to activate the mechanism should be nearby. Wires should be concealed so that they are not pressed while opening or closing the hatch.

This is just one way out of a thousand ways to create an automatic hatch opening system.

Other features of creating a hatch for the basement

It is worth saying that in most cases, the creation of such automation is not something important. Most often there are small hatches that can be opened with one hand. If we are dealing with large hatches, whose weight is more than 10 kg, then the electric motor and other elements of the automatic system will prove to be really useful.

In some cases, the basement hatch is a typical small square wood square, which can easily be lifted using two holders.

Thus, the complexity and scope of the work is determined solely by ourselves. There is no doubt that the cellar really should have a hatch that will keep the dwelling from dampness and other negative influences.